Quote of the day by Michelle Obama: 'When they go low, we go high'. Former First Lady on how one should react when facing hateful language or being bulliedMichelle Obama's enduring "go high" mantra, emphasising dignity over negativity, resurfaced amid Donald Trump's 80th birthday celebrations....
17 Jun, 2026, 11.00 AM IST
Quote of the day by Kevin Bacon: 'You dream that one day your kids will sit with you and ask for advice on how they should live their life. But...' Hollywood actor explains the reality of parentingHollywood star Kevin Bacon believes children absorb who their parents are rather than seeking direct life advice. This idea resonates today...
17 Jun, 2026, 06.39 AM IST
Loneliest people in the world are not the elderly sitting alone at home; according to a survey across 142 countries, they are adults in their 20sA global survey spanning 142 countries found that nearly one in four people reported feeling very or fairly lonely. But the most unexpected...
16 Jun, 2026, 12.52 PM IST
Psychology says Gen Z hides feelings to avoid looking needy: Why double texting, confessing love or asking for clarity feels emotionally riskyPsychologists have identified a growing pattern often referred to as self-protective detachment. In today’s dating landscape, emotional res...
15 Jun, 2026, 05.49 PM IST
Psychology says many adults are not afraid of failure, they are afraid of disappointing their parents: Why one wrong career, marriage, or life choice can feel like betrayalPsychology says people tend to heal more effectively when they can make sense of their experiences and fit them into a clear, meaningful st...
15 Jun, 2026, 05.11 PM IST
Rs 1.2 lakh salary, yet nothing left by month-end. Bengaluru CA uncovers where all the money was goingMany professionals earn well but struggle with month-end finances. A Bengaluru CA shared a friend Rohan's story. Despite a Rs 1.2 lakh mont...
15 Jun, 2026, 02.38 PM IST
Psychology says people who grew up with no close family tend to develop these strengths that only emerge when there’s no safety net underneathGrowing up without a close family can shape individuals profoundly. While challenges in trust and emotional regulation may arise, many deve...
14 Jun, 2026, 04.40 PM IST
Psychology says family pressure can make adults lose themselves: Why people chase approval, hide their pain and live a life they never truly chosePsychology does not encourage people to abandon family ties or dismiss the perspectives of those who care about them. Instead, research sug...
13 Jun, 2026, 07.58 PM IST
Think Rs 5,000 SIPs will make you rich? CA says a crucial piece of the puzzle is missingWhile starting a SIP with small amounts is crucial for habit building, a chartered accountant highlights that increasing contributions over...
13 Jun, 2026, 07.16 AM IST
Psychology says adults who feel a quiet panic when no one needs them often grew up parentified and the panic isn’t about being unwanted; it’s that being needed became the only way they learned to belongFor many adults, the sensation of being unneeded can elicit feelings of discomfort. This tendency often roots back to childhood experiences...
12 Jun, 2026, 05.30 PM IST
People who grew up without seatbelt laws, bicycle helmets, or parental supervision past the front door often describe their childhoods not as reckless but as unusually free, and many are still sorting out which of those things they believeResearch indicates a decline in children's independent activity is a key driver of falling mental wellbeing. This shift from unsupervised p...
12 Jun, 2026, 05.28 PM IST
'He doesn't work, just plays video games and hangs out with his girlfriend': Frustrated father seeks advice on unemployed sonA father's frustration over his 21-year-old son's lack of work and financial independence has ignited an online discussion. The son spends ...
11 Jun, 2026, 05.56 PM IST
Psychology says most young adults learn these 10 brutal truths too late: The last one changes how you see success, happiness, and life foreverAlthough these truths may seem uncomfortable at first, they can be surprisingly liberating. When people let go of the need for perfection, ...
10 Jun, 2026, 02.00 PM IST
Warren Buffett's net worth is $169 billion, but the ace US investor still lives in the house he bought for $31,500 over 70 years agoWarren Buffett, with a fortune of $169 billion, continues to live in the Omaha home he purchased over 75 years ago for $31,500. His remarka...
09 Jun, 2026, 08.36 PM IST
Zulu Proverb of the Day: 'Umuthi Ugotshwa Usemanzi' - 'A tree is bent while it is still wet' - Timeless life lesson on the importance of early disciplineZulu Proverb of the Day: The Zulu proverb "Umuthi Ugotshwa Usemanzi" emphasizes the critical importance of early guidance and discipline in...
09 Jun, 2026, 12.44 PM IST
Parents who can't stop helping their grown children aren't simply devoted; they've built an identity around being needed, and it's the last wall standing between them and the question of who they are when nobody calls anymoreMillennials often joke about parental overreach, but psychologists reveal it stems from parents' own anxieties and fear of losing purpose. ...
08 Jun, 2026, 05.38 PM IST
Psychology says kids who seem wiser than adults may be carrying a hidden burden: The surprising truth behind emotionally mature children and their deep understanding of lifePsychology suggests that children who seem unusually mature for their age are not necessarily born with exceptional wisdom. More often, the...
04 Jun, 2026, 02.43 PM IST